Plot Summary for Trap, The (1959) Lawyer Ralph Anderson arrives in Tula, an amazingly remote town in the desert, as reluctant emissary of mob chief Victor Massonetti, who wants the airstrip clear for his unofficial exit from the country. Ralph's arrival has a profound effect on his estranged father, the sheriff; his brother Tip, an alcoholic deputy; and his ex-sweetheart Linda, now married to Tip. Tension builds as a small army of gangsters takes over the town. Then the situation abruptly changes... Summary written by Rod Crawford {puffinus@u.washington.edu} viewer's comments: - Taut and suspenseful drama This is well acted and directed. The mood is set right from the beginning, and Tula is no town for the faint of heart. Widmark and Cobb are terrific, and the supporting cast matches them every step of the way. Toward the end, some plot holes become apparent under close examination, but the ride is worth taking. Full Cast and Crew for Trap, The (1959) Directed by Norman Panama Writing credits Richard Alan Simmons and Norman Panama Cast (in credits order) complete, awaiting verification Richard Widmark .... Ralph Anderson Lee J. Cobb .... Victor Massonetti Tina Louise .... Linda Anderson Earl Holliman .... Tippy Anderson Carl Benton Reid .... Sheriff Anderson Lorne Greene .... Davis Peter Baldwin .... Mellon Chuck Wassil .... First Policeman Richard Shannon .... Len Karger Carl Milletaire .... Joey rest of cast listed alphabetically Walter Coy .... (uncredited) Also Known As: Baited Trap, The (1959) (UK) Runtime: 84 min Country: USA Language: English Color: Color (Technicolor) Sound Mix: Mono
